Elizabeth of East Hampton, For the Love of Austen Book 2 By Audrey Bellezza And Emily Harding

In this modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice set in the Hamptons, the authors of Emma of 83rd Street deliver a fresh, witty update on Jane Austen’s classic. Elizabeth Bennet is stuck in her seaside hometown, grappling with the influx of wealthy Manhattanites who turn her quiet community into a summer playground. Despite her deep-seated dissatisfaction and longing for change, she remains anchored to her family’s struggling bakery.

The arrival of new summer residents brings unexpected complications. Lizzy’s sister begins a flirtation with the charming Charlie Pierce, who introduces Lizzy to his even more intriguing friend, Will Darcy. Will is wealthy, aloof, and dismissive of his own fortune. He resents Charlie’s attempts to set him up with Lizzy, whom he finds brash and irritating. Despite their mutual dislike, there’s an undeniable spark between them.

Lizzy is convinced Will is a self-important snob, while Will thinks Lizzy is insufferably blunt. As their disdain turns to reluctant respect, they become entangled in complications that threaten Charlie and Jane’s budding romance. Between a hurricane, a scheming aunt, and a deceptive party promoter, Lizzy and Will must navigate a sea of gossip and misunderstandings to safeguard their friends' happiness.

In the process, they’re forced to confront their own prejudices and discover that love, much like surfing, requires the courage to let go and embrace the waves. As they navigate their tumultuous emotions, Lizzy and Will learn that true connection often comes from unexpected places.